World Photography Day 2021

World Photography Day is an annual, worldwide celebration of the art, craft, science and history of photography. To mark the occassion, I set off to capture a photograph of my local area that I could share on Instagram using the hastag #WorldPhotographyDay.

To find out more about world photography day visit the official website...

Crosby Ravensworth Fell is an area of moorland close to the M6 motorway, just a short drive from where I live in the village of Shap. This is grouse shooting country, and although I do not participate in field sports myself it is part of our heritage here in Cumbria.

To see the photo that I took, check out my instagram account...

In this video I also take the opportunity to talk about why looking for scenes with natural contrast rather than relying on 'epic' light can help improve your landscape photography.

[huwalban]

An excellent image for world photography day - I think you nailed it. You are also so right about finding natural contrast in order to create interest in an picture - even if you think at the time that it could do with light it is an interesting exercise in order to have a planned composition. No time in the landscape is wasted, and next time when there is that warm light or whatever then you are ready to pounce - not literally of course :) Keep safe sir, and do avoid the tourists - schools back as of next Wednesday - cannot wait for a bit of quiet around the roads of North Dorset :)

[steves]

Great to see you back here missed your videos lovely shot this time. We are adding to the tourist numbers next month our first Lake District visit cant wait

[tonyhayes]

Love the reason you photograph locally. Less frenzy, more contemplation, better insights like looking for natural contrast and not being imprisoned by the more superficial. And so, better photography.

[gordonmelrose]

Good to see you back. Liked the contrast tip - never thought of that one. Catch up soon, Gordon

[RodLittle]

Thanks Chris, I'll certainly try and remember that great tip about looking for contrast

[RiccardoPareschi]

Great video and great message Chris. Wonderful photo too !

[timrosenburgh]

I enjoyed the video Chris.
Interesting location for something different to have in the foreground.
Some really good points you made.

[neklamp]

I do love that in the middle of August you are wearing a jacket and we were melting in Greece! 😆

[roblunnen]

Best time ever "silly O'clock" i almost snorted my drink out my nose. well done.

[paulcookphotography]

Always great thoughts in your videos Chris and always a pleasure to see your surroundings and the wonderful final image!

[hoodoo_taco]

Hey Chris! Good to see you back! Good Video!

[CraigNiesenPhotography]

Chris, lovely composition. I think that the fog or low clouds helped give more contrast to the heather. Thank you for sharing.

[CourtneyVictoria]

Fantastic tip, looking for compositions that have a natural contrast rather than only relying on light. The heather looks great and the final shot is fantastic.

[jimrookphotos]

Always appreciate your posts, Chris. Short, well thought out and the message and/or technique easily understood. Keep up the great work.

[JustWojtek]

A date to mark in my calendar for next year. Also very interesting to hear about your relationship with the landscape and how it influences your photography.

[hughwolfe]

Welcome back Chris, you’ve been missed…
I find your weather so completely different than my own here in Arizona, although on rare occasions we can experience some ground fog…
Stay safe and keep exploring your local area.

[brianbeattyphotography]

nice work Chris! I like the contrast between the lines of the blind and the white framing of the image. Not light contrast, but shapes... cool take on the scene!

[Chris-NZ]

Hi Chris, happy photography day from the far side of the world . 😀😀

[keithpinn]

Hi Chris: I really enjoyed this video and the message that you conveyed in this video. Very timely and to-the-point. Cheers, Keith

[Jeff-jgjh]

-I think that looks OK- I do too. I am going to head over to intagram for a look see.